Approved by Nick Bolletieri and the IMG Academy. Students have been sent to Layton Method by Nick Bolletieri and the IMG Academy because they know the students will be taught the proper skills and discipline to achieve the next level in their tennis game.
“I had the pleasure of working with Mike Layton in our Stanford Tennis Camp. He proved to be an engaging and extremely dedicated young man, who always had the welfare of his students at heart. Mike is energetic, and makes tennis fun. He is a true student of the game. America should have more young pros like Mike Layton!!"

Dick Gould
Stanford University Tennis Director and Tennis Legend
Testimonials
 
“Mike, you rock.
Thank you for all your great coaching in helping me improve my tennis skills. I think having fun on the court is just as important as becoming a better tennis player. That's what Mike brings to the table. His sense of humor and intriguing personality makes him not only a great coach but a great friend. That aside, I also feel that the rates he offers are very reasonable and affordable. We all want to have more bang for our buck. You can't go wrong with Mike's lessons.” 

Jack Lin
“There is no other coach like Mike. I was a novice to tennis and could hardly keep the ball in the court. Mike helped me through every step, with his patience and motivation he proved that anyone can excel using the right technique. His feedback and expertise allowed me the tools to get my game on the right track. There is much to learn still but the skills I’ve obtained thus far have given me the confidence to up my game on and off court. Thanks coach Mike!” 

Richelle Lara
“I had the good fortune to be a part of Mike’s education.  As the Director of the Professional Tennis Management (PTM), Mike was a student in classes that I taught and was a part of his job placements. As you can see from his Background on the website, Mike has diversified himself widely in his tennis experience. Mike knows camps, resorts, country clubs, and college playing – from coast to coast.”

Stephen J. Petersen, J.D., USPTA P-1
Methodist University PTM Director
“Mike is a great guy who is very knowledgeable about the tennis game.  I knew Mike all through college, and in his senior year, I had the privilege to coach him.  Mike was a very hard worker who put lots of time in achieving his goals.  Whether in class or on the courts, I could always count on him to give me 100%.  As a teaching tennis professional, Mike will bring enthusiasm, skills, and new inventive drills to the game to make the learning experience fun and enjoyable.” 

Keith Criscoe
USTA 3.5 Ladies Nationals at Indian Wells
Ranked #4 in Country
Left to Right: Sheila Fay, Carol Wells, Nancy Egan, Kay Layton, Tammy Small, Cathy Burke, Prisca Thomson
“After years as a competitive runner, I decided to try a new sport.  Much like running, competitive tennis is primarily a solo act, geared towards those with high motivation and discipline.  Yet even the greatest solo acts needs backup.  What separates Mike from other tennis pros is that he goes beyond just that hour that he spends with you on the court.  He follows up with you, gives you little additional tips through emails and maintains your motivation levels high at all times.  Mike has helped me improve my game far beyond expected.  He is very personable, professional and incredibly passionate about helping others improve their tennis game.” 

Kendrick Ribeiro